About us
Taj Cape Town is a combination of rich history and elegant contemporary architecture. Originally home to the South African Reserve Bank and Temple Chambers, later the Board of Executors (BOE), it successfully combines the heritage of the old with the luxury of the new. This five-star hotel is ideally located in the centre of historic Cape Town at the entrance to the famous pedestrian precinct, St George's Mall. Its prime location ensures that Taj Cape Town is perfectly situated for those looking to discover authentic Cape Town; and its blend of fascinating history, exotic culture, soulful art, lively entertainment and delectable cuisine.
Venue Details
ChainTaj Hotels
BrandTaj
Built2010
Renovated-
Total meeting space12,992 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms176
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Tourism Grading Council of South Africa(TGCSA)
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
2014: SATOA ‘Best Hotel 20 rooms or more’
2014: Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Award
2013: Trip Advisor Luxury Hotel Traveler's Choice Award
2013: Diamond Award at the Diners Club Winelist Awards for Bombay Brasserie
2013: Platinum Award at the Diners Club Winelist Awards for Mint, the Local Grill
2013: World Travel Awards - Africa's Leading Hotel Residences 2013
2013: World Travel Awards - South Africa's Leading Hotel Residences 2013
2012: Trip Advisor Luxury Hotel Traveler's Choice Award
2012: Africa's Leading Hotel Residence from the World Travel Awards Ceremony
2012 : “Best in Business” Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (mountain)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable heaters
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (mountain)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
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Apr 01 - Aug 30
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
12,992 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,542.4 sq. ft.
Space (private)
1,200 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
50 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
100
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
12,992 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,542.4 sq. ft.
Space (private)
1,200 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
50 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
100
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1,151.7 sq. ft. 55.8 x 19.7 sq. ft. | 9.8 ft. | 100 | 33 | 80 | 90 | 100 | 60 | 30 | 42 | - | |
699.7 sq. ft. 26.2 x 23.0 sq. ft. | 13.1 ft. | 50 | 20 | 40 | 45 | 50 | 30 | 18 | 24 | 18 | |
635.1 sq. ft. 36.1 x 16.4 sq. ft. | 13.1 ft. | 54 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 54 | 30 | 24 | - | - | |
538.2 sq. ft. 32.8 x 16.4 sq. ft. | 13.1 ft. | 36 | 15 | 30 | 30 | 36 | 24 | 20 | - | - | |
322.9 sq. ft. 23.0 x 13.1 sq. ft. | 13.1 ft. | 24 | 12 | 20 | - | 24 | 12 | 12 | - | - | |
430.6 sq. ft. 26.2 x 16.4 sq. ft. | 9.8 ft. | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | - | |
183.0 sq. ft. 16.4 x 9.8 sq. ft. | 13.1 ft. | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 8 | - | - | |
4,542.4 sq. ft. 139.4 x 47.2 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 300 | 52 | - | 300 | 300 | 170 | 52 | 105 | 60 | |
1,722.2 sq. ft. 52.5 x 32.8 sq. ft. | 6.6 ft. | 60 | - | 40 | 60 | - | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
176
Single (1 bed)
134
Double (2 beds)
134
Suites
42
Tax rate
15%
Total guest rooms
176
Single (1 bed)
134
Double (2 beds)
134
Suites
42
Tax rate
15%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
11.18 mi
Distance from airport 11.18 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking
Bus parking
Local Attractions
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Recreation
6 kms
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is a cable car transportation system offering visitors a five-minute ride to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It is one of Cape Town's most popular tourist attractions with approximately one million people a year using the Cableway
Tafelberg Road
Cape Town
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V&A Waterfront
Recreation
3 kms
The V&A Waterfront is one of Africa’s most visited destinations with more than 24 million visitors annually. Situated in the oldest working harbour in South Africa, with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop, makes the V&A Waterfront is a favourite for local and international visitors. More than 80 eateries bring a fusion of both international and local cuisine, from rustic al fresco to fine dining. You are spoiled for choice with 12 hotels, over 500 retail stores, five museums and live entertainment 365 days a year showcasing the best local music
19 Dock Road
Cape Town
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Camps Bay Beach
Recreation
7 kms
A beautiful, long stretch of white sand bordered by restaurants, clubs, and hotels.
Cape Town, ZA
Bree Street
Recreation
5 mins
In the heart of the culinary capital of Cape Town just two blocks from Taj Cape Town.... you'll find a melting pot of authentic restaurants and bars.
Bree Street
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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St. Georges Mall
Shopping
1 km
Once a congested city street, St George’s Mall is now a pedestrian area in the middle of the Cape Town city centre, bustling with activity that ranges from live entertainment - provided by buskers, dancers, drummers, street artists and the like - to the sidewalk coffee shops and restaurants at which many locals and visitors to the city sit and watch people pass by.
St Georges Mall is also a wonderful place to shop, with a combination of stalls, informal traders, art galleries and African curio shops providing any number of goods or souvenirs.
Long Street
Nightlife
Long Street is a major street located in the City Bowl section of Cape Town, South Africa. It is famous as a bohemian hang out and the street is lined with many book stores, various ethnic restaurants and bars. Restaurants include African restaurants such as Zula, and Indian restaurants such as Masala Dosa. Long Street exhibits a diversified culture and attracts tourists from all over the world.
Long Street
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport
Airport
18 kms
Matroosfontein
Cape Town, ZA 7490
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
Convention center
6 mins
The CTICC is so much more than just another convention centre. Set in the heart of the Cape Town city centre, the CTICC is a place where people from all walks of life are brought together, a tangible demonstration of the power of partnership, and an excellent example of the success that can be achieved when public and private enterprises work together towards shared goals.
Coen Steytler Ave
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Slave Lodge
Historical landmark
2 mins
The Slave Lodge, originally built by the Dutch East India Company it housed slave, mentally ill people and convicts and was later modified for use as a government office.
Wale St
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Houses of Parliament
Historical landmark
4 mins
The Houses of Parliament, the legislative assembly for South Africa’s first democratic government, are short walk up Government Avenue through the Company’s Garden. Visitors can attend parliamentary sessions and there are guided tours through the buildings.
Parliament Street
P.O Box 15
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Company’s Garden
Historical landmark
1 min
It takes its name from the Dutch East India Company who first started the garden in 1652 for the victualing of their ships that plied the spice trade route between Europe and the East Indies, via The Cape of Good Hope.
The Company’s Garden is abutted by numerous important landmarks, including the lodge house for the slaves who built large parts of the historic city, the present day Houses of Parliament, the Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium, St George's Cathedral (which is the seat of the Anglican church in South Africa), the National Library of South Africa, the South African National Gallery, the Great Synagogue and Holocaust Centre as well as Tuynhuys, which is used by the President on state occasions.
19 Queen Victoria Street
Cape Town 8000
St George's Cathedral
Historical landmark
1 min
St George’s Cathedral, situated directly opposite the hotel and known as ‘the people’s cathedral’ because of the part it played in the struggle against apartheid. It was here that Archbishop Desmond Tutu stood against the injustices of National Party regime.
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participants large or small.
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Our target market is primarily focused on corporate, non-profit and conference clients. We promote the balance of life and work starts with the engagement and the power of ‘self’ and ‘team’. To this our goal is to deliver to our clients a valued experience beyond expectations.
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PhotoTap makes event photography instant, seamless, and smart. We deliver photos to attendees in 6 seconds or less using tappable tech, while our Photo Concierge Dashboard automatically organizes, tags, and catalogs every image for quick access and powerful search.
Our PhotoFriends are like that friend who always nails the perfect shot—engaging, real, and focused on postable moments, not stiff portraits.
Prefer to use your own team? Our DIY mobile cameras let anyone capture high-quality photos, GIFs, and soon videos—no experience needed.
Go with DIY, PhotoFriends, or both—PhotoTap gives you fast, flexible, and unforgettable photography, built for modern events.
Your event photos are more than memories—they’re powerful marketing tools.
Don’t let them collect digital dust—turn them into ROI rockstars.
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Soundings Connect
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For over a decade, we’ve matched hundreds of organizations with our network of industry talent.
We go deeper than our competitors' vetting process by leading with a people-first mentality and a focus on specialized skills. We hire quickly and increase the accuracy of the match you need by considering talent’s personality, strengths, and intent to grow.
How it works:
– Consult: Start a conversation right here in Reposite to discuss your talent needs, timeframe, and budget.
– Source: We carefully match talent to the roles and skills needed for your event using our unique Opti5 Talent Matching formula of Strengths, Competency, Character, Purpose and Performance.
– Select: We provide you with a pool of outstanding candidates to screen, or we select our top pick for hire.
– Classify: We ensure talent is compliant with the latest rules and regulations in the labor force so you don’t have to.
– Begin: We connect you with your chosen talent and handle all of the administrative and contractual details on our end. Your dedicated account manager will support you throughout your scope and beyond.
– Repeat: Consider us part of your team—as your needs scale, we’ll adapt right alongside you!
Whether you know what role you’re looking for or are interested in discovering additional ways we can support your team, we’ll love to hear from you!
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Enjoy free design services, on-site pickup, or direct shipping anywhere in the U.S. Fast turnaround, local service, and quality printing that helps planners impress their attendees.
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Smartt Entertainment
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please contact the Hotel directly on res.capetown@tajhotels.com or call +27 21 819 2000
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State of the art meeting and event facilities for up to 400 guests. Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces Group
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Taj Cape Town Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Taj Cape Town's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We have shared our goals and performance in the recently published IHCL Integrated Report Please check Page no. 56-59 and 63 https://www.ihcltata.com/AGM/2021/Integrated_Annual_Report_2020-21.pdf
Does Taj Cape Town have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, We minimise waste to landfill, promote recycling and encourage use of reusable packaging
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Taj Cape Town and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
Hotel not in the United States
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Taj Cape Town's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.ihcltata.com/responsibility/
Health and Safety
Were practices at Taj Cape Town developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, WHO and Local Government
Does Taj Cape Town clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, High touch points in public areas - cleaned and disinfected every 45 mins to 2 hrs depending on traffic with prescribed disinfectant. Scanner Machines/DFMD & tray after every use. Door glass 4 times a day with hypochlorite solution or equivalent
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
n/a
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Laurika Adendorff <laurika.adendorff@tajhotels.com> Russell Olsen <Russell.Olsen@tajhotels.com>
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
No
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Duvets, cushions and pillows provided fresh on arrival, sprayed with a disinfectant and tumble dried. All identified high touch surfaces - wall and floor covering, mattress, furnishing, fitting, floor disinfected daily using alcohol-based sanitizers.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://www.ihcltata.com/responsibility/
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.ihcltata.com/responsibility/
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Laurika Adendorff <laurika.adendorff@tajhotels.com>
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